Dr. Woo-kyoung Ahn, psychology professor at Yale and author of Thinking 101, shares insights on thinking errors and practical tools to improve decision making. Topics include job interview biases, procrastination, and avoiding confirmation bias at restaurants. They also discuss framing effects on depression studies, loss aversion in sales, and the importance of nurturing dispositions for better decision making.

Humans have a tendency to make snap judgments and assumptions due to our cognitive biases, says Woo-kyoung Ahn in her book 'Thinking 101.' So how do we fight them?Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Woo-kyoung Ahn, John Hay Whitney Professor of Psychology at Yale University, specializes in higher-level reasoning. She delves into how cognitive psychology can enhance daily life and the powerful allure of fluency in perception. Ahn explains the difference between rumination and contemplation, emphasizing the challenge of answering 'why' questions. She shares insights on visualizing our future selves, the importance of critical thinking, and navigating judgment and overconfidence. Her discussion highlights practical applications of reasoning for personal growth and wisdom in daily life.